Chris Rigozzi
Bangor,MI
Summary
Dynamic Accounts Payable Manager with over 4 years of experience optimizing financial operations and enhancing efficiency in accounting processes. Proven expertise in accounts payable management, strong leadership abilities, and exceptional communication skills. Adept at utilizing tools like Microsoft Excel and Sage300 to ensure accurate and timely payments. Known for a detail-oriented approach and a commitment to fostering teamwork within the organization. Focused on leveraging prior achievements to contribute effectively in a responsible role within a progressive company. Consistently enhances operations and streamlines timelines while upholding all quality standards and regulatory mandates. Excellent record of reducing operational costs through shrewd negotiations, vendor selection and contract overhaul.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Accounts Payable Manager
R.W. LaPine
11.2020 - 12.2024
- In the role of Accounts Payable Manager at R.W LaPine, oversight of the entire accounts payable function was managed, ensuring compliance with internal policies and timely processing of over 1000 invoices per month.
- Reduced payment discrepancies with thorough invoice review, analysis, and reconciliation efforts.
- Streamlined invoice processing for improved efficiency and reduced processing time.
- This position involved collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency and maintain strong relationships with vendors
- A keen focus on accuracy and efficiency led to the implementation of improved workflows and processes, boosting overall department productivity significantly
- Additionally, conducting regular audits and reconciliations ensured all financial records were accurate and up-to-date
- Evaluated existing software solutions to identify areas for improvement, leading to the selection of a more efficient accounts payable system that streamlined operations further.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with suppliers, ensuring timely resolution of disputes.
Administrative Assistant
R.W. LaPine
09.2019 - 10.2020
- Served as the first point of contact for clients and visitors at R.W. LaPine, providing excellent customer service and administrative support
- Responsibilities included managing approximately 30 incoming phone calls, scheduling appointments, and maintaining organized records
- This role required strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with clients and staff, ensuring a professional and welcoming environment
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Provided administrative support to staff members by handling correspondence, filing documents, and managing office supplies inventory
- Assisted with planning office events and meetings for smooth execution
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
Customer Service/Store Manager
The Blueberry Store
05.2018 - 08.2019
- Customer Service/Store Manager at The Blueberry Store, where a focus on delivering exceptional customer service was paramount
- Engaging with customers to understand their needs and providing tailored solutions fostered a loyal customer base
- Additionally, handled inventory management and implemented marketing strategies to boost sales, creating a vibrant shopping environment
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees, while ensuring product availability
- Enhanced store profitability by implementing effective sales strategies and promotions.
Education
BBA - Business Administration
Durham University
Oshawa, Ontario, Canada06.1996
Skills
- Account reconciliation
- Accounts payable software
- Expense processing
- Credit card reconciliation
- Proficient in Sage 300
- Internal controls
- Accounts payable expertise
- Bank reconciliation
- Payment scheduling
- Purchase order management
- Invoice processing
- File maintenance
- Trained in Timberscan Software
Accomplishments
- Held first-point-of-contact for all internal and external communications with executive-level officers.
- Achieved reduction of late fees by helping to implement Timberscan software for Accounts Payable Tasks.
- Responded to over 30 customer inquiries each day and was responsible for the organization of service technicians schedule for customer jobs.
- Completed payroll for staff of 240-300 employees on a weekly basis.
Extra-curricular activities
President at Bangor Lions Club, Bangor 06/2024 25 year member of the Bangor Lions Club, currently serving as the President of the club. Responsible for the organization of Car Show, Toys for Tots, and Golf Outing on an annual basis. The club itself does many community events, and fundraisers for which I participate in regularly. Chairperson at Bloomingdale Scholarship Pageant, Bloomingdale 06/2024 Chairman for a local community pageant organization, which is in collaboration with the Blossomtime Festival, a non-profit organization. The Bloomingdale Scholarship Pageant and the Blossomtime Festival are committed to developing the young people involved with its programs by providing experience in communication skills, broadening their perspective of the world at large through travel and encouraging by way of opportunity volunteerism and giving back to the community.
Affiliations
- Bangor Lions Club
- Bloomingdale Scholarship Pageant
- Bangor Viking Club - Concessions
Work Availability
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Timeline
Accounts Payable Manager
R.W. LaPine
11.2020 - 12.2024
Administrative Assistant
R.W. LaPine
09.2019 - 10.2020
Customer Service/Store Manager
The Blueberry Store
05.2018 - 08.2019
BBA - Business Administration
Durham University
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